Cebu City, capital of the island of Cebu (Central Visayas) is famous for its colonial legacy and for being the gateway for many of the travelers who seek to know the area of the islands of the Visayas or islands such as Malapascua, Bantayan, Camotes , Bohol or Siquijor or looking to know the southern island destinations such as Osbol or Moalboal. Although for many it is a passing city, it is true that Cebu City offers many points of interest to know.
Cebu City

Cebu City in Visayas (Philippines)
Cebu City
Cebu City guide
What to do in Cebu City
CEBU HERITAGE MONUMENT
The whole history of the city is reflected in this monument. Located in the historic center of the city, the Cebu Heritage Monument depicts scenes from different historical moments of the city such as the baptism of Rajah Humabon, a procession of the Holy Child, a Roman Catholic mass and the battle of Mactan between Lapu-Lapu and Fernando of Magallanes. The people represented in the monument include the late President Sergio Osmena Sr, born in Cebu himself and Blessed Pedro Calungsod, a great Filipino martyr who is believed to have been born in the city. The construction of the monument began in July 1997 and was completed in December 2000.
BASILICA OF THE HOLY CHILD
The Basilica of the Holy Child is the most important monument in the whole city. Built in 1565 it is the oldest church in the Philippines. Inside it houses the famous Statue of the Holy Child. This image of the child Jesus is highly respected by the local people for whom they feel a great devotion. The Basilica of Santo Niño is built on the point where the expedition of Miguel López de Legazpi recovered the image after 40 years owned by Rajah Humabon who had been appropriated after the death of Ferdinand Magellan and the expulsion of his fleet.
CRUZ DE MAGALLANES
Located inside a small hermitage next to the Basilica of Santo Niño, the Cross of Magallanes pays homage to the famous navigator of Portuguese origin.
STRONG OF SAN PEDRO
Another point of interest to know the colonial legacy of Cebu City is the Fort of San Pedro. Founded in 1565, it served as a defensive fortress for the troops of Miguel López de Legazpi. Originally built in wood, in 1722 it was completely rebuilt in stone giving it the look it has come to today. Like all the forts of colonial style, the Fort of San Pedro stands out for its great defensive walls, its towers and its canyons facing the sea.
TAOIST TEMPLE
Historically the city of Cebu always housed a large Chinese community. From many years before the arrival of the Spaniards, the ancient city of Cebu maintained commercial relations with the Chinese empire. Built in 1972, it is the most important Chinese temple in the city.
YAP SANDIEGO ANCESTRAL HOUSE
The Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House is considered the oldest house in all of Cebu City. Residence of a famous Chinese merchant, it was built in the year 1675. Inside it exhibits typical objects of the house. Its historical value crosses the city of Cebu itself, because the Yap-Sandiego Ancestral House is also considered as the Chinese-style private home better preserved outside of China itself.
PUBLIC MARKET TABOAN
Considered as the most important public market in the city, Taboan is the ideal place to enjoy the local atmosphere of a typical market. In Taboan you can find all kinds of fresh products but especially the famous Danggit or Rabbit Fish, one of the most popular meals in Cebu.
TOPS LOOKOUT
Located in the nearby mountains that rounda Cebu City, the Tops Lookout is the best place to contemplate the visits of the city and watch the sunset. The complex stands out for its strange architecture and circular shapes.
Accommodation in Cebu City
Cebu has a wide range of accommodation for all types of travelers, from luxury hotels on the beach, to hostels for backpacker's pocket. Here are a couple of recommendations:
Near the airport, good, nice and cheap: Little Norway Guesthouse
Near the harbor and with a pool: One Central Hotel
Climate in Cebu City
The climate in Cebu City is hot, oppressive, windy, and overcast. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 75°F to 90°F and is rarely below 73°F or above 93°F.
The best time of year to visit Cebu City for hot-weather activities is from early January to mid April.
ZEN Premium Apas
Destination: Cebu City
Offering free WiFi, ZEN Premium Apas offers accommodation in Cebu City, 2.5 km from Grand Convention Centre of Cebu. The property is located 3.6 km from Ayala Center Cebu. The accommodation...
Murals Hostel and Cafe
Destination: Cebu City
Set in Cebu City, 1.6 km from Ayala Center Cebu, Murals Hostel and Cafe offers accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a shared lounge. Among the facilities at this...
Saekyung Village 1
Destination: Mactan
Saekyung Village 1 is situated in Mactan, 6 km from 10,000 Roses Cafe, 6 km from Hoops Dome, as well as 7 km from Mactan Island Convention Center. Boasting pool views, a swimming pool and a...
Alicia Apartelle
Destination: Cebu City
Located in Cebu City, Alicia Apartelle offers an outdoor pool, a fitness centre, and free parking space on site. The homely and comfortable accommodation come with free WiFi access. Stylishly...
Mactan Oasis Garden Condominium
Destination: Mactan
Situated in Mactan, 10 km from Mactan Island Convention Center and 9 km from Hoops Dome, Mactan Oasis Garden Condominium features accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning, a seasonal outdoor...
Holiday Spa Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Holiday Spa Hotel houses a beautiful outdoor pool and offers relaxing spa treatments. Contemporary rooms feature hardwood floors and free WiFi access is available in all rooms and public...
TLT Condotl at Kiener Hills Condominium
Destination: Mactan
Set in Mactan, 3.5 km from Mactan Island Convention Center and 4.2 km from Hoops Dome, TLT Condotel at Kiener Hills Condominium offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and an outdoor...
Little Norway Guesthouse - Mactan Cebu International Airport
Destination: Mactan
Little Norway Guesthouse provides rooms located 2.4 km from Mactan-Cebu International Airport. The rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV with with cable channels. All rooms in the guest house are...
CLOCKWORKORANGE Luxury Suites
Destination: Mactan
CLOCKWORKORANGE Luxury Suite offers accommodation in Pusok, 9 km from Cebu City. Guests benefit from balcony and an outdoor pool. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property. There is a seating...
Rumah Highlands Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Offering an outdoor pool and spa centre, Rumah Highlands Hotel is situated in Cebu City within 4.7 km from Ayala Mall and 5.1 km from SM City Cebu. Guests can use the WiFi for free throughout the...
Abaca Boutique Resort
Destination: Mactan
A plush hideaway in Mactan Island, Abaca Boutique Resort features an infinity pool with views of the sea, an on-site restaurant that offers Mediterranean cuisine, and an indulgent spa that...
2 Floor Loft Condo at Club Ultima Residences Mango Square
Destination: Cebu City
Located in Cebu City, 2 Floor(Loft type) Condo House #CLUB ULTIMA Residency #Mango Squere provides a restaurant, lake views and free WiFi, 700 m from Fuente Osmena Circle and 2.9 km from Fort San...
Valleyfront Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Located in Cebu City and 700 m from Fuente Osmena Circle, Valleyfront Hotel offers accommodation with complimentary WiFi. All rooms at Valleyfront Hotel are air-conditioned, and fitted with a...
The Henry Hotel Cebu
Destination: Cebu City
Unique European decor and artwork feature in The Henry Hotel, a 4-star property with an outdoor pool, garden and free Wi-Fi. It is a 5-minute drive from Cebu IT Park and Cebu Country Club. Free...
Ultima Residency Tower 3
Destination: Cebu City
Situated in Cebu City, 2.1 km from Colon Street and 2.1 km from Cebu Coliseum, Ultima Residency Tower 3 features a restaurant and free WiFi. The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully...
Edello resort
Destination: Mactan
Featuring a terrace, Edello resort is located in Mactan, 8 km from Mactan Island Convention Center. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a restaurant and an outdoor pool. The...
Amalfi Oasis
Destination: Cebu City
Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a terrace, Amalfi Oasis provides accommodation in Cebu City with free WiFi and pool views. This property offers access to a balcony. This...
Mandarin Plaza Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
A 2-minute walk from Ayala Centre Cebu, Mandarin Plaza Hotel features an outdoor pool and modern, air-conditioned rooms. International cuisine is served at the hotel’s lobby lounge. Mandarin...
M Citi Suites
Destination: Cebu City
Operating a 24-hour front desk, M Citi Suites features a business centre and offers comfortable modern rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi access. Parking is provided at no charge. The property is just...
Aosmec Square Hotel
Destination: Mactan
Situated in Mactan, 8 km from Mactan Island Convention Center, AOSMEC Square Hotel has a number of amenities including a garden, a terrace, a shared lounge and free WiFi. 6 km from Hoops Dome, the...
Golden Prince Hotel & Suites
Destination: Cebu City
Just a 2-minute walk from Ayala Mall and Ayala Cebu Business District, Golden Prince Hotel & Suites offers air-conditioned rooms with a cable TV. This non-smoking property features massage...
Pacific Pensionne
Destination: Cebu City
Pacific Pensionne is located in central Cebu City, only a 15-minute drive from Carbon Market and Basilica Del Santo Niño. It offers free Wi-Fi and parking, affordable rooms and a restaurant. It...
Aozora Seaside Mactan
Destination: Mactan
Offering a private beach area and water sports facilities, Aozora Seaside Mactan is situated in Mactan. Cebu City is 15 km away. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and free private...
Eon Centennial Soho Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, Eon Centennial Soho Hotel is situated in Cebu City, 500 m from Fuente Osmena Circle. Around 2.1 km from Colon Street, the property is also 2.7 km away from...
Hotel Capada
Destination: Cebu City
Set in Cebu City and with Grand Convention Centre of Cebu reachable within 2.6 km, Hotel Capada offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a garden, free WiFi and a shared lounge. The property...
CounTess Pension House
Destination: Cebu City
Featuring a bar, shared lounge and views of sea, OYO 182 Countess Pension House is located in Cebu City, 15 km from SM City Cebu. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, a 24-hour...
La Mirada Residences
Destination: Mactan
Only a short 4 km from Mactan Cebu International Airport, La Mirada Residences offers an outdoor swimming pool and pampering spa treatments. Guests also enjoy free WiFi access and free airport...
Felix Residences
Destination: Cebu City
Felix Residences is situated in the Mandaue district of Cebu City, 6 km from Yap Sandiego Ancestral House and 5 km from Ayala Center Cebu. All units feature air conditioning and a cable TV. Grand...
Sta Barbara Residence Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Located in Cebu City, 5 km from Fuente Osmena Circle and 5 km from Museo Sugbo, Sta. Barbara Suites provides accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and access to a garden with a...
Hotel Elizabeth Cebu
Destination: Cebu City
Hotel Elizabeth offers spacious rooms within a 5-minute walk from Ayala Mall and Cebu Business Park. It has a fitness centre, a restaurant and free Wi-Fi in the entire hotel. Hotel Elizabeth Cebu...
Lelani's Comfy Condo
Destination: Mactan
Situated just 4.3 km from Hoops Dome, Lelani's Comfy Condo features accommodation in Mactan with access to a casino, a terrace, as well as a 24-hour front desk. With garden views, this...
The Persimmon Studios Near Ayala and SM City Cebu
Destination: Cebu City
Set less than 1 km from SM City Cebu in Cebu City, Persimmon Studios Near Ayala And Sm offers accommodation with air conditioning and free WiFi. Each unit has a fully equipped kitchenette with a...
Ultima Condo
Destination: Cebu City
Situated 500 m from Fuente Osmena Circle and 2.1 km from Colon Street, Ultima Condo in Cebu City features air-conditioned accommodation with views of the pool and free WiFi. Each unit features a...
Mabolo Garden Flats
Destination: Cebu City
Boasting an outdoor swimming pool, a garden, and a fitness centre, Mabolo Garden Flats offers accommodation in Cebu City with free WiFi and garden views. The apartment has access to a...
Westpoint Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Situated in Cebu City, within 500 m of Fuente Osmena Circle and 2.1 km of Colon Street, Westpoint Hotel features accommodation with a shared lounge and free WiFi throughout the property as well as...
Cebu Dulcinea Hotel and Suites-MACTAN AIRPORT HOTEL
Destination: Mactan
Dulcinea Hotel and Suites Cebu is located on the 3rd floor of Shangs Mactan Town Center. It is just 5-minutes’ drive Mactan International Airport. All the Dulcinea’s rooms are equipped with a...
Saekyung Village
Destination: Mactan
Situated in Mactan, within 7 km of Mactan Island Convention Center and 6 km of Hoops Dome, Saekyung Village offers accommodation with free WiFi, air conditioning and a fitness centre. With sea...
Alta Cebu Resort
Destination: Mactan
Located in Cordova (Mactan Island), Alta Cebu Resort features 2 outdoor swimming pools and a spa pool. Free WiFi access and complimentary parking is available. Gaisano Grand Mall Mactan is a short...
Sanremo Oasis Condominium
Destination: Cebu City
Sanremo Oasis Condominium offers a fitness room, as well as air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi in Cebu City, 10 km from Grand Convention Centre of Cebu. Each unit is fitted with a fully...
Down South Hostel
Destination: Cebu City
Situated in Cebu City, within 1.3 km of Fuente Osmena Circle and 1.3 km of Ayala Center Cebu, Down South Hostel features accommodation with a garden and free WiFi as well as free private parking...
La place
Destination: Mactan
La place in Mactan provides accommodation with free WiFi, 9 km from Mactan Island Convention Center, 8 km from Hoops Dome and 9 km from 10,000 Roses Cafe. This homestay features a garden. Guests...
BlueFins Resort
Destination: Mactan
A 10-minute drive from Lapu-Lapu Monument and Magellan's Cross, this Mactan Island resort offers contemporary villas with a 32-inch flat-screen TV. Free Wi-Fi is available in public areas. Villas...
San Remo Oasis
Destination: Cebu City
Set in Cebu City, 9 km from Grand Convention Centre of Cebu and 6 km from Santo Nino Basilica, San remo oasis offers a garden and air conditioning. Guests benefit from a balcony and a terrace. A...
Rajah Park Hotel
Destination: Cebu City
Placed in the heart of Cebu Island’s Central Business District, Rajah Park Hotel is equipped with a business centre and an in-house casino and free Wi-Fi access at all public areas. Set just a...
Verovino Suites
Destination: Cebu City
Conveniently set in the Mandaue district of Cebu City, Verovino Suites is located 7 km from SM City Cebu, 8 km from Ayala Center Cebu and 10 km from Colon Street. The property is set 8 km from...
Cebu City Suites Ramos Tower by P&J
Destination: Cebu City
Situated 3.4 km from Ayala Center Cebu, Cebu City Suites Ramos Tower by PNJ offers a terrace, and air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. Featuring a kitchenette with a...
Eastland Hotel And Residences
Destination: Cebu City
Eastland Hotel and Residences offers air-conditioned accommodation in Cebu City. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. The tour desk is available to...
ACE Penzionne
Destination: Mactan
Located in Mactan, Mactan Island region, ACE Penzionne is set 7 km from 10,000 Roses Cafe. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a restaurant. The property is...
ZEN Rooms S Hotel & Residences Cebu
Destination: Cebu City
Situated within 2.9 km of Cebu Coliseum and 1.3 km of Fuente Osmena Circle, ZEN Rooms M. Velez Street provides rooms in Cebu City. This 2-star hotel offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and...
Pacific Cebu Resort
Destination: Mactan
Located on the eastern coast of Mactan Island in Cebu, Pacific Cebu Resort is 2 km from Gaisano Grand Mall and 5 km from Gaisano Island Mall. It features 226 m beach area, a swimming and scuba...
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